Southern Turnip Greens
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INGREDIENTS 4 to 4-1/2 pounds turnip greens 1 pound salt pork, rinsed and diced 1-1/2 cups water 1 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 teapoon sugar, or to taste, optional A dash of crushed red pepper, optional Cut off and discard tough stems and discolored leaves from greens. Wash greens thoroughly and drain well. Cook salt pork in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp and brown. Add the turnip greens, water, onion, sugar, peppr, and crushed red pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 40 to 45 minutes or until greens are tender. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve with vinegar or pepper sauce. (I also serve these turnip greens with homemade cornbread). Makes 6 servings